FAQs

The Crystal Maze is a TV game show, originally broadcast in the 1990s on Channel 4 in the UK. The show now airs on Channel 4 in the UK and Nickelodeon in the US. Originally hosted by Richard O’Brien, teams of players explore 4 themed Zones, collecting crystals by completing 1 player,2-3 minute, physical, skill, mental or mystery games. Each crystal won gives you 5 seconds of time in The Crystal Dome where the entire team would collect tokens to determine their final score. 

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience is a live, immersive attraction based on the original TV Show. The attraction follows the same premise of the show across 75 minutes of unadulterated fun and games. The LIVE Experience is NOT recorded for television broadcast.

All the TV Maze Masters have either moved onto other projects. We have a team of our very own Maze Masters, all just as zany, to guide you on your journey through The Crystal Maze.

Bomber jackets are only provided for photo opportunities at the Crystal Dome.

As The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience is a physical activity, bomber jackets can quickly make the temperature uncomfortable for guests once inside the attraction.

Current prices range from £33 to £64 (inclusive of booking fees) per person when you book online, depending on the date and time of day you book for. Prices are subject to change and based on availability, so we advise to book early for the best price.

Tickets can be purchased here: Book Now

Alternatively contact our guest services team by emailing [email protected].

Yes, we do! Please log into your Blue Light Card account and search for The Crystal Maze to obtain your discount via our online booking platform.

We offer a range of bespoke private hire and corporate packages.

Contact our events team via email at [email protected] or call on 0161 791 0712

We can accommodate most access needs at The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience Manchester, but we may need to make adjustments to shows in order to do so. If you have access needs please contact [email protected]  to discuss before making a booking.

The Experience is designed to be played in teams of up to 8, if you book for less than 8 people you may be joined by other players to make up your numbers.

In certain circumstances it may be necessary to split bookings of less than 8 to accommodate all bookings in the booking window.

Booking in multiples of 8 is the best way to guarantee not mixing with other bookings.

For more information on group sizes contact [email protected]

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience Manchester welcomes teams of up to eight people, larger groups will need to split across multiple teams.

Please note that teams with less than 8 people may be joined by other players.

Booking in multiples of 8 is the best way to guarantee not mixing with other bookings.

For more information on group sizes contact [email protected]

We’re currently on sale for the majority of 2023 with more tickets to be released shortly, sign up to our mailing list for all the latest news and information.

We’re open all week on most days throughout the year. Please check our booking calendar for the most up to date openings.

The Crystal Maze LIVE experience is a live event, as such once purchased, all tickets are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date.

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experiences takes approximately 75 minutes to complete. All guests select a 30 minute window prior to their experience to ensure entry, so expect to be with us for just over 2 hours.

We accept printed tickets or are able to scan from a phone screen, provided the screen is clear and not damaged.

Please check the spam/junk folders of your email account. If you cannot find your confirmation or tickets, please contact our Guest Services team via [email protected] 

Please arrive within your selected 30 minute arrival window to guarantee entry. Whilst we make every effort to accommodate you, we cannot guarantee entry for latecomers.

We are a cashless attraction. We are only able to accept card payments at The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience London .

We’re a short walk from the city centre, with tram stations and free bus routes close by.

Car – we’re on Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, M3 4AP. 

Train – the closest stations are Manchester Deansgate and Salford Central. 

Unfortunately, there are no opportunities for spectators at The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience. Those who do not wish to take part are welcome to wait in the foyer whilst the experience takes place.

We cannot allow entry to anyone suspected of consuming alcohol or illegal substances prior to the experience. Be responsible, be sensible, and save the celebrations until after the experience.

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience is a physical activity and we’d advise to wear clothes you are comfortable being active in. It can get warm inside The Maze, so dressing lightly is recommended. We do not recommend wearing shorts or skirts, as these are unsuitable for certain activities in The Maze. Open toed and heeled shoes are strictly prohibited.

Fancy dress is permitted but please remember we are a family attraction and you may be asked to remove items deemed inappropriate.

Complimentary lockers are provided to store your belongings.

Bomber jackets are only provided for photo opportunities.

Photography and recording equipment are strictly prohibited inside The Maze. Guests will be asked to store any such equipment in lockers provided before starting the experience.  We do take some photos for you as you travel through our Zones, and these are for sale in our shop at the end of your journey.

We do not film any portion of the show for broadcast and if you do not wish to be photographed, please let our Front of House team know.

We don’t have on site parking but our closest NCPs are Great Northern, Spinningfields and Blackfriars, all within 5-10 minutes walk of The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience!

If you think you’ll be more than 30 minutes late, please email [email protected]

Whilst we will make every effort to accommodate you, we cannot guarantee entry for latecomers.

As an indoor attraction we run no matter the weather and cannot offer refunds or rebookings.

If we ever have to cancel a show because of severe weather, we’ll announce it on our social media feeds and do all we can to contact everybody who’s booked.

If the the police or government have advised not to travel, then please contact us to discuss your situation via [email protected].

Lockers are provided free of charge to store your belongings and valuables. We do not have storage facilities for larger items such as travel cases and suitcases. Items are stored at your own risk and wee take no responsibility for lost or damaged items left in lockers.

A selection of bottled water and soft drinks is also available from our gift shop.

Please note, guests should not consume alcohol prior to the experience.

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience is only open to guests aged 9+. Bookings with guests aged under 18 must have 1 paying and playing adults (18+) per team. 9-17 year olds attending without an accompanying adult will not be able to play and no refund will be offered/ given.

There are no height or  weight restrictions to enter The Maze. A small number of challenges within The Maze may have individual weight/height restrictions.

Unfortunately, we are unable to admit entry to anyone who is pregnant. 

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience is a physical activity, if you can stay standing for the 75 minute  duration and are able to walk up and down several flights of stairs at a normal pace, you should be fine to take part. You will be asked to sign a waiver stating that you understand participation is at your own risk.

If you have mobility issues or think you may need extra help, get in touch – via email at [email protected]

It may still be possible to play with certain injuries, please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your options.

At The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience Manchester We can accommodate most access needs but we may need to make adjustments to shows in order to do so. If you have access needs please contact [email protected] to discuss before making a booking.

We cannot allow entry to anyone suspected of consuming alcohol or illegal substances prior to the experience. Be responsible, be sensible, and save the celebrations until after the experience.

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience is a physical activity and we’d advise to wear clothes you are comfortable being active in. It can get warm inside The Maze, so dressing lightly is recommended. Our only restrictions are open toed and heeled shoes. 

Fancy dress is permitted but please remember we are a family attraction and you may be asked to remove items deemed inappropriate.

Complimentary lockers are provided to store your belongings